Until this moment, Lin Xuan paid no attention to the commotion around him, nor did he care how many people were watching him.
He raised his head slightly, looked up at the sky, and saw the giant sword of heaven, standing there motionless.
It is an inanimate object, yet it possesses a power far greater than that of many living things, and the terrifying Sword Intent it contains is incomparable to that of ordinary people or even ordinary weapons.
Just by looking at him, Lin Xuan felt that what he was seeing was not a sword, but a sword cultivator at the Saint Realm, holding a sword in his hand, turning his head slightly from a distant time and space, raising his sword, and showing him all the skills he had learned in his life.
That one glance sent a jolt through Lin Xuan's heart.
Even though he knew that this was merely the Sword Intent left behind by the master of the giant sword, he still couldn't help but be moved by it.
What truly shocked him was not the terrifying Sword Intent contained within the colossal sword...
Rather, it is the meaning it represents.
This Sword Intent is by no means something fierce, terrifying, or uncontrollable, nor is it merely a means of imprinting itself here to demonstrate its power to future generations; rather...
'The legacy left behind by a peerless swordsman!'
At this moment, countless insights surged into Lin Xuan's mind.
Gazing at the seemingly tangible Sword Qi, his heart surged with emotion. Edgeless appeared in his hand, and almost without thinking or intention, relying solely on his intuition, he condensed One Sword at the tip of his blade.
boom!
The fierce and sharp Sword Qi condensed in an instant, surging out and shattering the formation's operation, as countless Sword-Ray emanated from the giant sword.
A glint suddenly flashed in Lin Xuan's eyes. Taking advantage of the power of the One Sword, he stepped forward without hesitation.
With this one step, he instantly closed the distance to within twenty meters.
boom!!
The Sword Intent pressing down on Lin Xuan had reached a terrifying level.
However, this imposing aura had no effect on Lin Xuan whatsoever; in fact, a slight smile even appeared on his lips.
The aura of Sword Intent flowed within his body, becoming rounded and full.
Lin Xuan let out a soft breath.
He casually swung his sword, and the surrounding Sword-Ray had no effect on him. Instead, he used the power of the Sword-Ray to take another step forward.
At this point, the Eighth-Level Sword Intent was complete.
Breakthrough achieved!
After breaking through, even Lin Xuan couldn't help but let out a breath, his expression slightly relaxed.
He looked up at the colossal sword of heaven so close before him, but did not go any further.
This is his limit.
Although he was strong, he couldn't recklessly walk directly to the very end of the Sword Intent left behind by such a terrifying swordsman. After all, he was only at the Emperor Realm at the moment.
Moreover, having reached this point, he could also sense the terrifying aura contained within the giant sword.
If I reach the end...
Lin Xuan lowered his eyes slightly, deep in thought.
Therefore, it seems that he needs to break through the Ninth-Level Sword Intent, and even manifest his own Sword Domain, before he can reach the end.
Only on that day will he know what this peerless swordsman left behind in this colossal sword of heaven.
but...
Shaking his head slightly, Lin Xuan suppressed the longing in his heart.
There's no need to rush.
No need to rush.
Breaking through Sword Intent is not easy, and Lin Xuan, who has withstood immense pressure and worked his way up step by step, knows this best.
A breakthrough in Sword Intent requires not only the help of external forces, but also one's own understanding and accumulation of Sword Intent. Now that he has broken through to the Eighth-Level Sword Intent, it can be said that he has used up all his previous accumulation.
To go further, one needs to explore more possibilities and seek breakthroughs in battle.
Moreover, his injuries haven't fully healed yet, so Lin Xuan is already quite satisfied with himself for breaking through to the Eighth-Level Sword Intent.
Bringing himself back to reality, Lin Xuan casually glanced around.
At that moment, the dense Spiritual Power fluctuations that filled the sky finally dissipated.
It was as if a giant hand was grinding it away, revealing everything underneath.
Lin Xuan narrowed his eyes slightly.
He sensed it.
That was the aura of the Saint Realm.
Needless to say, he knew that it was because his breakthrough had caused such a stir that it had alerted the powerful figures in the Holy Heaven.
Within this Primordial Holy Heaven, the only Saint Realm is likely the old Dean who commands the three Great Saint Academies of the Primordial.
As his mind returned to normal, Lin Xuan couldn't help but shake his head slightly.
To be honest, he never expected that his breakthrough to the Eighth-Level Sword Intent would cause such a commotion...
Lin Xuan shook his head and smiled wryly.
" Wu Liang, Wu Liang, I really can't wait to go find you."
As the deputy head of the Sword Pavilion, Wu Liang, although a demon emperor, was quite proficient in formations, far surpassing Lin Xuan in this area. Heavenly Venerable Yunli was an even greater master of formations.
Normally, when Lin Xuan broke through, the two of them would be there to protect him, provide assistance, and set up formations.
Now that he's all alone, he's finding it a little strange.
Fortunately, although his breakthrough this time was quite significant, the old dean of the Primordial Holy Heaven had no ill intentions towards him. Not only did he have no ill intentions, but he also personally covered up the secret for him.
Lin Xuan looked around but did not see the old dean.
That's normal.
The sword formation was densely packed with arrays, and it was possible that the old dean was not far away, but was hidden by the sword formation.
Since the other party did not show themselves, Lin Xuan was even less likely to be ungrateful. He bowed slightly, paid his respects to the void, and then turned and left.
He had already achieved his goal, so there was no need for him to stay any longer...
Most importantly!
The Contribution Points he earned from completing a task were not enough to keep him here for much longer.
The young man in white sheathed his Emperor Weapon and walked away into the distance.
Bai Wuya, standing behind him, watched Lin Xuan's departing figure, his eyes gleaming with admiration.
Eighth-Level Sword Intent, and at less than Thirty, he's only at the Perfect Emperor Realm —that's truly a monster!
only...
As he looked, Bai Wuya couldn't help but frown, his eyes filled with doubt.
This young man possessed a powerful aura, yet his inner strength was hollow. How did he acquire such severe injuries?
and...
Most importantly, for some reason, the young man's aura felt strangely familiar, like that of an old friend, yet he couldn't recall any other Lineage in the Primordial Domain whose younger generation was so outstanding...
Then he shifted his gaze to Duan Nianwei, took a step out of the void, and his majestic voice rang out.
"Today's events are of utmost importance; you must swear an oath not to reveal what happened today!"
Several days have passed since the towering giant sword exhibited unusual behavior.
However, to this day, many people in the Supreme Institute are still immersed in the shock of that day.
" Elder Qi has finally broken through! That's wonderful!"
"The elders of my Supreme Institute have become even stronger. Heavens, it's even harder for me to fish in troubled waters now."
"It's as if you managed to sneak into the sword formation without Contribution Points..."
" Elder Qi is currently at the Eighth-Level Sword Intent. I wonder when he will be willing to take on a disciple. If I had the chance to become his disciple..."
"Don't be silly. You can't even resonate with the Sword Dao's essence, yet you want to become Elder Qi's disciple? You wouldn't even dream of doing that."
For the students of Holy Heaven, their progress in cultivation and the emergence of powerful individuals among them are all good topics of conversation.
In particular, the Sword Dao is considered the number one Great Dao in the Eastern Continent, and it is also an extremely powerful path.
There are not many disciples learning swordsmanship in the Primordial Domain.
It wasn't because no one wanted to learn, but because the disciples who had even a little talent in Sword Dao had all been poached by the other two academies.
The remaining few, for various reasons, stayed in this place.
Those students who didn't leave or practice Sword Dao weren't unwilling to learn; rather, they simply lacked the talent for Sword Dao!
It is easy to imagine how difficult it is to learn Sword Dao.
But...
While many people haven't even accumulated one or two levels of Sword Dao Sword Intent, the guardian elder of the academy has already broken through to the Eighth-Level Sword Intent!
This news caused quite a stir in the college.
Not to mention within the academy, after these few days, other academies probably know about it too.
That's Eighth-Level Sword Intent!
The students at the academy were all incredibly excited.
Some people are even eager to become apprentices, even knowing they'll most likely be rejected. But who would give up without trying?
"..."
Duan Nianwei walked past one academy disciple after another, listening to their lively discussions.
She was always Leng Qing, and even in the face of such big news, she remained calm and didn't even seek advice from Elder Qi. Seeing her students, she couldn't help but shake her head in admiration.
"It's true what they say, comparisons are odious! The Sword Fairy's composure is incredible. Only someone like her could possess such formidable talent in Sword Intent!"
Now, almost everyone is talking about topics related to the Sword Intent from that day.
Everyone agreed that it was Elder Qi, the guardian Elder Qi of their Supreme Institute, who had broken through the Eighth-Level Sword Intent.
But only Duan Nianwei knew that wasn't the case.
If it really is Elder Qi has made a breakthrough, then she would probably be one of the students seeking his guidance.
However, things are not like that.
She knew that the real breakthrough came from someone else.
It wasn't the universally acknowledged Elder Qi, but rather the freshman whom hardly anyone knew... Lin Xuan!
A complex look flashed in Duan Nianwei's eyes as she thought of this.
Thinking back to the day the old dean personally appeared and made her Heavenly Dao Oath, she knew how significant Lin Xuan's appearance was to the entire Primordial Holy Heaven.
Eighth-Level Sword Intent! It's very possible that the opponent is the next Saint Realm sword cultivator!
She could understand why the old dean made her make a vow, not only to protect Lin Xuan but also to protect herself.
That day, she was beneath the towering sword, and no one could feel more directly how terrifying Lin Xuan's Sword Intent was than she could.
Even the old dean came out to cover his breathing.
In addition...
'He didn't reveal his strength when he killed the remnants of the demonic sect, so he must have had other plans?'
A thousand thoughts raced through her mind, but in the end, Duan Nianwei simply shook her head slightly.
She will keep it a secret and bury it deep in her heart.
Lin Xuan...
Duan Nianwei guessed that the other party must be a senior with a mysterious background who had concealed his cultivation level.
Throughout history, many powerful individuals have indeed concealed their identities and come to this place to become students of the Primordial Holy Heaven Holy Heaven.
They only began to shine after leaving the Holy Heaven.
This is the difference between the Primordial Holy Heaven and those other sects.
We do not reject any cultivators, as long as they do not pose a threat to the Primordial Ascension.
Within the realm of the Holy Heaven, those with talent reside.
It embraces all rivers, teaches without discrimination, and is extremely free.
but...
After thinking it over, Duan Nianwei couldn't help but purse her lips.
For three days in a row, the image of Lin Xuan she saw that day seemed to be firmly engraved in her mind, and she could not shake it off. She could see his image as soon as she closed her eyes.
A sword cultivator who has comprehended the Eighth-Level Sword Intent!
The pinnacle that countless sword cultivators could never reach in their entire lives.
Even she had never seen such a being before.
Duan Nianwei was single-mindedly devoted to the Sword Dao; how could she easily forget such a powerful expert standing before her?
Especially...
' Lin Xuan... no, Senior Lin's sword is not a gentle sword. That day, I underestimated him.'
Duan Nianwei shook her head, feeling a little embarrassed, but she couldn't help but recall the traces of Sword Intent left at the scene when the young master of the Karmic Fire Demon Cult died.
So sharp, so unstoppable.
simply...
'This is simply the Sword Dao True Intention I've always dreamed of...'
Duan Nianwei whispered to herself, her eyes growing increasingly eager.
However, she still had no idea that Lin Xuan was not the mysterious old monster she thought he was, but a young man who was no more than Thirty old, about the same age as her...
If they knew this, most students practicing Sword Dao would likely face the danger of their Dao heart shattering.
Not even Thirty yet!
Yet it possesses Eighth-Level Sword Intent!
Such talent...
Let alone the Primordial Domain, even looking at the entire Eastern Continent, there is probably no one like him before or since.
For sword cultivators, improving their Sword Dao is undoubtedly their lifelong pursuit.
Breakthroughs in Sword Dao are even more important than breakthroughs in their physical cultivation!
As she walked step by step away from the crowd, Duan Nianwei listened to the gradually fading discussions around her, but the yearning light in her eyes remained bright.
She hesitated, unsure whether the thought that had popped into her mind was right or wrong.
But...
'Are we just going to give up like this?'
'Give up the opportunity right in front of you?'
"In the entire Primordial Holy Institute, is there anyone who can compare to Senior Lin? Even Elder Qi can't compare!"
The thoughts in her mind almost materialized, constantly resonating in her ears.
for a long time.
Duan Nianwei let out a soft breath, clearing her mind of all the chaotic thoughts, and finally made up her mind.
She has only been learning swordsmanship for a short time, but her determination in the way of the Sword Dao is second to none.
Since a path to heaven has been laid out before her, she would never forgive herself if she didn't seize it.
With a determined look in her eyes, Duan Nianwei turned around without hesitation.
She must find Lin Xuan!
Then...
Become his disciple! Take him as your teacher!